By Stephen K. Chmaitelli, DVM If you feed your pet a grain-free or “boutique” diet—such as home-cooked meals or food with unusual ingredients and proteins from a small manufacturer—you may… Read more

Walking your dog may be the bright spot of your day, especially if you’re working from home, but remember—spending time outdoors means an increased exposure to nasty parasites like fleas… Read more

Walking your dog may be the bright spot of your day, especially when so many of us are sheltering in place. But remember, whether it’s to get away from your… Read more

How to Save On Your Pet’s Dental Care …and save their teeth, too! February is National Pet Dental Health Month—which gives us a reason to remind you that 85% of… Read more

Today choosing a food for your pet can be almost as difficult as deciding what you want to eat for dinner. Between the endless shelves in the pet store, commercials… Read more

So you’re snuggled up to your furry best friend after a long day and suddenly you feel it: a lump that wasn’t there before. It’s understandable to be concerned, because one in four dogs and… Read more

We have insurance for ourselves, our cars and our homes, but what about for our beloved pets? They are an important part of your family and a member of your… Read more

Waiting one year between wellness exams and screenings isn’t usually a big deal for humans. We age relatively slowly, so it often takes a while for disease processes and ailments… Read more

One of the worst feelings to experience as a pet owner is realizing your pet has gone missing. Considering only 17% of lost dogs and 2% of lost cats make… Read more

The fact is there is a strong possibility that eventually, your cat will need treatment or management of kidney disease. It’s the #1 cause of death in cats over 10… Read more